Ohio
Conkle’s Hollow Nature Preserve Trailhead
Trailhead
Conkle’s Hollow cuts a narrow gorge through Blackhand sandstone, creating 200-foot vertical walls that shelter rare plants and ferns. The rim trail offers cliff-top views while the gorge trail follows the creek bed through the canyon floor. Paved parking area accommodates 40+ vehicles including larger rigs. Vault toilets available but no water source.
Access is via a short paved road off Big Pine Road, about 3 miles south of Old Man’s Cave. The rim trail can be icy in winter, but the gorge trail stays accessible year-round. No camping in the preserve, but it’s a quick detour for overlanders running the nearby Hocking Hills State Forest bridle trails.
200-foot sandstone gorge with rare plant life
Place Details
| Type | Trailhead |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Logan, Ohio |
| Miles from pavement | 3 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Land manager | State Land |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |